Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Waterbury and Oakville, CT area

Mr. Joseph P. Lawson

Mr. Joseph P. Lawson

Mar 30, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Joseph P. Lawson, age 94, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Complete Care in Meriden. He was the husband of the late Marlene (Segal) Lawson.

Joseph was born on July 20, 1931, in McAdoo, Pennsylvania, the beloved son of...

Ms. Juanita Robles

Ms. Juanita Robles

Mar 30, 2026

SOUTHBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Ms. Juanita (Gonzalez) Robles, age 86, of Southbury, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Waterbury Hospital’s Hospice Unit, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. She was the beloved widow of Mr. Esteban Robles.

Juanita was born on July...

Mr. Rustico Cruz Morales

Mr. Rustico Cruz Morales

Mar 27, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Rustico Cruz Morales, age 83, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Friday, March 27, 2026, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved significant other of Felicita Acosta for 48 years.

Rustico was born on November 21,...

Mr. Darrell Crosby- Williams

Mr. Darrell Crosby- Williams

Mar 26, 2026

WATERBURY- With heavy hearts and loving remembrance, we celebrate the life of Darrell C. Crosby-Williams Sr., who was born on November 3, 1969, and peacefully transitioned on March 26, 2026. A man of strength, compassion, and unwavering devotion to his family, Darrell leaves behind a legacy of love that will forever be cherished.

Darrell was a proud graduate of South Portland High...

Mrs. Dawn M. Schuster

Mrs. Dawn M. Schuster

Mar 26, 2026

TORRINGTON- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dawn M. (Hoyt) Schuster, age 65, of Torrington, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Hartford Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved widow of William “Bill” Schuster.

Dawn was born on July 27, 1960, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the...

Miss. Rosemary Sutherland

Miss. Rosemary Sutherland

Mar 23, 2026

All services will be held privately at the convenience of Rosemary's family. 

Mr. Donald LaVallee Sr

Mr. Donald LaVallee Sr

Mar 23, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Donald L. LaVallee Sr., age 64, of Waterbury, shares the news of his passing on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Hartford Hospital, surrounded by his family who lovingly cared for him through a long, courageous battle with extended illness.

Donald was born on May 8, 1961, in Waterbury,...

Mrs. Rose D. Aureli

Mrs. Rose D. Aureli

Mar 23, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Rose D. (DeMeo) Aureli, age 93, of Waterbury, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Cheshire House in Waterbury, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved widow of Joseph N. Aureli.

Rose was born on November 21, 1932, in Waterbury,...

Mr. Dwight Gregory

Mr. Dwight Gregory

Mar 20, 2026

WATERBURY- With hearts of profound sadness, the family of Dwight Harry Gregory shares news that he entered his eternal life on March 20, 2026, surrounded by his closest family and friends.

Dwight was born on July 12, 1933, the son of the late Harry and Ruth (Wooster) Gregory. Besides his wife and three daughters, he was most proud of his military service...

Mr. Michael Joseph Nardoia

Mr. Michael Joseph Nardoia

Mar 17, 2026

WATERBURY – It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family of Michael Joseph Nardoia, age 95, of Waterbury, announces his peaceful passing on March 17th, 2026, in the blessed comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the widower of Mrs. Frances (Pettinicchi) Nardoia.

Michael was born on March 27, 1930 in Oakville...

Mrs.Luz D Alvarez

Mrs.Luz D Alvarez

Mar 17, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Luz Divina Torres Alvarez, age 72, of Waterbury, shares the news of her passing on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Saint Mary’s Hospital. She was the beloved widow of Dayvin Alvarez, whom she married on the 3rd of August, 1970.

Luz was born on June 1, 1953, in...

Mrs. Anne Goggin Carey

Mrs. Anne Goggin Carey

Mar 16, 2026

WATERBURY – It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family of Anne Goggin (Farris) Carey, age 94, of Waterbury, announces her peaceful passing on March 16th 2026 at The Apple Rehabilitation Center in Avon after an extended illness. She was the widow of Thomas Carey. 

Born on April 23, 1931, Anne was the second of five children to...

Mr. Mahadeo Persaud

Mr. Mahadeo Persaud

Mar 13, 2026

WATERBURY — It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Mahadeo Persaud, affectionately known to many as “Anno” or “Tony,” age 52, of Waterbury, shares the news of his unexpected passing at his home on Friday, March 13, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Shireena Alli-Persaud.

Mahadeo was born on February 8, 1974, in Guyana, South...

Mr. Rafael Vargas

Mr. Rafael Vargas

Mar 12, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Rafael “Rafita” Vargas, age 79, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Complete Care at Meriden, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Irma (Rodriguez) Vargas, a loving father, and a proud grandfather whose greatest...

Ms. Jeanette Crocetto

Ms. Jeanette Crocetto

Mar 12, 2026

WATERBURY - Jeanette Ann Crocetto, a lifelong resident of Waterbury, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at the age of 88. Born and raised in Waterbury, Jeanette lived a life filled with family, friendship, music, and a deep appreciation for the arts.

Jeanette graduated from Anderson Grammar School and Wilby High School. She began her career working as a...

Mrs. Dolores Malanga

Mrs. Dolores Malanga

Mar 12, 2026

OAKVILLE- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dolores (Nester) Malanga, age 89 of Oakville, shares the news of her peaceful passing on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Midstate Medical Center. She was the beloved widow of Mr. Michael Malanga

Dolores was born on September 15, 1936, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the daughter of the late John...

Mr. Leon P. Susarchick

Mr. Leon P. Susarchick

Mar 11, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Leon Paul Susarchick, age 78, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Bristol Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Leon was born on February 17, 1948, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the beloved son of Matthew Susarchick Sr., and Florence (Farina) Gryniuk....

Mrs. Joyce A. Graham

Mrs. Joyce A. Graham

Mar 11, 2026

WATERBURY – Joyce Anne Graham, age 68, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Beacon Brook Health Center. She was the widow of Joseph Frettes.

Joyce was born on December 04, 1957, in Waterbury, CT, the daughter of the late George and Gertrude (Nichols) Graham. She was a graduate of Crosby High School and went on to...

Mr. Gabriel DiMeco Jr.

Mr. Gabriel DiMeco Jr.

Mar 9, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Gabriel R. DiMeco Jr., age 90, of Waterbury, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Monday, March 9, 2026 in the comfort of his own home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Margaret J. (Jacaruso) DiMeco.

Gabriel was born on April 2,...

Mr. Pedro Oscar Nieves

Mr. Pedro Oscar Nieves

Mar 8, 2026

WATERBURY- It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Pedro Oscar Nieves, age 87 of Waterbury, shares the news of his passing on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in the comfort and care of his family at home. He was the beloved husband of Mrs. Jacqueline Ortiz.

Oscar was born on June 5, 1938, in Corozal, Puerto Rico,...